Kenalog

Corticosteriods, a classification of steroid hormones, are products of the adrenal cortex. They have an importance in the physiological systems. It has a role stress and immune responses. It also plays a part in the carbohydrate metabolism, inflammation regulation, protein catabolism and behavior.

Triamcinoline is a generic synthetic corticosteroid that can be taken orally, injection or skin application. It comes in different brand names, including Kenalog, a product of Bristol-Myers Squibb.

Kenalog can come in topical skin applications in the form of cream, ointment and foam.
It also has an injection form. Injection form needs a prescription before obtaining it for therapeutic use.

Kenalog For Topical Use:

Kenalog for skin applications is indicated for healing insect bites, exfoliative dermatitis, psoriasis, contact dermatitis, and seborrheic dermatitis. Other indications aside from those mentioned can be found on the label or medical literature of Kenalog package. Kenalog is best known for treating eczema. The potency of the topical application depends on the skin type of the person.

Kenalog cream, ointment and foam are not suitable for applications in fungal and viral skin diseases. Individuals who have allergic reactions to other ingredients of the Kenalog cream or ointment are advised to consult the matter to the practitioner. Skin infections and diseases such as tubeculosis skin infection, chicken pox and herpes are not included in Kenalog’s treatment. Refrain from applying Kenalog to these skin conditions.

Kenalog side effects are mostly due to over application to certain skin areas. Mild application is placed to sensitive skins and skin areas such as the rectum and the genital areas. The dosage of the cream, ointment or foam should be considered before attempting to apply on critical skin areas. Redness, scaling of the skin and skin irritations are some of its side effects.

There is a great regard on the use of Kenalog for applying on skins of babies and old people. Due to hypersensitivity of their skins, a small amount of Kenalog creams or any other forms is needed for application to critical skin areas.

Kenalog Aereosol Solution is also available for skin application. Spraying a suitable amount on the affected areas is advised. Cover your eyes when a part of the face is needed for applying the spray. Application should be minimal. Carefully follow instruction as indicates. If side effects occur, seek medical help instantly.

Interaction of Kenalog with other drugs is not yet known. If these things matter to you, it is important to make an assessment with your doctor to avoid greater risk.

Kenalog For Intra-Dermal Application:

Intra-dermal Kenalog injection is another form. However, its indications to the topical creams or ointments can be different. Aside from applying to allergies, Kenalog injection is used for treating collagen disorders, dermatological conditions such as Stevens- Johnson syndrome, gastro-intestinal disorders and renal diseases. Information on other uses of Kenalog injection can be obtained with the consultation from a specialist.

Kenalog vial for injection is available in 1 mL, 5 mL and 10 mL. Dosage is written on the labels indicating the amount of milligrams to be used in an injection. The recommendation on the amount of Kenalog solution relies on the instruction of the doctor.

Hypersensitivity to the indication of Kenalog can be assessed with the help of the specialist. The doctor will do allergy-testing to find out the reaction of the drug on you. It is important to inform the doctor if any ingredients of the Kenalog vial solution are allergic to you. The prescription on the drug depends on this.

Kenalog topical use is available upon prescription, though it can be bought over-the-counter or online. On the other hand, Kenalog injection should have a prescription from a doctor. The specialist closely watches the progress on the medication of any of the Kenalog’s applications. It is necessary to determine the reaction of the drug to the bodily systems as the therapy is indicated for a certain period.